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desire hope aspiration longing yearning craving dream ambition aim goal objective intention want need requirement preference inclination tendency leaning fondness liking penchant partiality wishfulness optimism expectation anticipation eagerness enthusiasm passion fervor zeal ardor wishful thinking fantasy imagination

According to Oxford Dictionary, "wish" is a feeling or expression of a desire or hope for something to happen or be the case.

Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines "wish" as a desire, longing, or aspiration, often for something considered unlikely to happen.
Cambridge Dictionary states that "wish" is a feeling of wanting something to happen or be true, or a statement expressing this feeling.

I wish I could travel to Europe someday, to experience the rich history and culture.
She made a wish upon seeing a shooting star, hoping it would bring her good luck.
He wished his sister a happy birthday, giving her a thoughtful gift.
The team wished their coach a successful retirement, grateful for his years of guidance.
The child wished for a new bike on her birthday, and was thrilled when her parents surprised her with one.